{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/huawei-nova-16-se-vs-xiaomi-redmi-k100-pro-max/",
    "generated": "2026-08-13T09:04:14+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "Huawei nova 16 SE vs Xiaomi Redmi K100 Pro Max",
    "answer": "The Xiaomi Redmi K100 Pro Max is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 86 against 81 on our combined specification score. It leads on performance, camera and battery & charging. The Huawei nova 16 SE still wins on value for money, so it remains the better choice if that is your priority. The Huawei nova 16 SE is the cheaper of the two at PKR 127,999 against PKR 189,999.",
    "phones": [
        {
            "name": "Huawei nova 16 SE",
            "slug": "huawei-nova-16-se",
            "brand": "Huawei",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/huawei/huawei-nova-16-se/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-12-2026-11_13_20-AM-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 127999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-08-12T06:19:18+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 55,
                "camera": 87,
                "battery": 86.5,
                "display": 100,
                "memory": 75,
                "value": 100,
                "overall": 80.7
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "August 5, 2026 — China",
                    "Dimensions": "Not officially confirmed",
                    "Weight": "229 g",
                    "Water resistance": "IP65 (reported)"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.84 inches",
                    "Resolution": "1276 × 2776 pixels",
                    "Panel type": "LTPS OLED 120Hz Up to 8,000 nits (reported)",
                    "Protection": "Kunlun Glass"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Huawei Kirin 8020 (7nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core 1 × high-performance core + 3 × performance cores + 4 × efficiency cores",
                    "GPU": "Huawei Maleoon",
                    "Operating system": "HarmonyOS 6.1"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "8GB",
                    "Internal storage": "128GB / 256GB / 512GB",
                    "Card slot": "No"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "50 MP f/1.9 RYYB, reported Huawei Red Maple multispectral sensor LED flash, HDR, panorama, AI photography",
                    "Selfie camera": "32 MP f/2.2 HDR, AI photography",
                    "Video recording": "Up to 4K@30fps, reported"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Li-Ion (non-removable) 8,500 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "66W fast charging, reported"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 7",
                    "Bluetooth": "Bluetooth 6.0",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Fingerprint Side-mounted Accelerometer Gyroscope Proximity Ambient Light Compass Color Spectrum / Multispectral Sensor",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C OTG"
                }
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Xiaomi Redmi K100 Pro Max",
            "slug": "xiaomi-redmi-k100-pro-max",
            "brand": "Redmi",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/redmi/xiaomi-redmi-k100-pro-max/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-13-2026-10_42_43-AM-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 189999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-08-13T05:47:39+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 59,
                "camera": 98,
                "battery": 95,
                "display": 100,
                "memory": 100,
                "value": 74.7,
                "overall": 85.9
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "August 12, 2026",
                    "Dimensions": "162.8 x 77.2 x 8.45 mm",
                    "Weight": "238 g",
                    "Water resistance": "IP66 / IP68 / IP69"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.9 inches",
                    "Resolution": "1200 × 2608 pixels",
                    "Panel type": "AMOLED, LTPO 185Hz 68 billion colors HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HDR Vivid",
                    "Protection": "Xiaomi Dragon Crystal Glass"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-Core",
                    "GPU": "Adreno 840",
                    "Operating system": "Android 16, HyperOS 3"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "12GB / 16GB LPDDR5X Ultra",
                    "Internal storage": "256GB / 512GB / 1TB UFS 4.1",
                    "Card slot": "No"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "Triple 200MP + 50MP Periscope Telephoto + 50MP Ultrawide OIS, PDAF, HDR, Panorama, LED Flash",
                    "Selfie camera": "32MP",
                    "Video recording": "8K@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240/960fps, 720p@1920fps"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "9070 mAh Silicon-Carbon Non-Removable Battery",
                    "Wired charging": "100W Wired Fast Charging, 50W Wireless Charging, 27W Reverse Wired Charging"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 7, Dual-Band, Wi-Fi Direct",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.4, A2DP, LE, LHDC 5.0",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Fingerprint Sensor: Under-Display Ultrasonic Accelerometer, Proximity, Gyroscope, Compass, Ultrasonic Fingerprint",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 3.2 OTG supported"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": "xiaomi-redmi-k100-pro-max",
        "margin": 5.2,
        "decisive": true,
        "categories": [
            {
                "category": "performance",
                "label": "Performance",
                "weight": 25,
                "basis": "Gaming score where available, otherwise chipset tier plus usable RAM.",
                "scores": {
                    "huawei-nova-16-se": 55,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-k100-pro-max": 59
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-redmi-k100-pro-max"
            },
            {
                "category": "camera",
                "label": "Camera",
                "weight": 20,
                "basis": "Camera Score where available, otherwise sensor resolution and lens count. Megapixels alone do not measure image quality.",
                "scores": {
                    "huawei-nova-16-se": 87,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-k100-pro-max": 98
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-redmi-k100-pro-max"
            },
            {
                "category": "battery",
                "label": "Battery & charging",
                "weight": 18,
                "basis": "Cell capacity in mAh weighted with rated wired charging output.",
                "scores": {
                    "huawei-nova-16-se": 86.5,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-k100-pro-max": 95
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-redmi-k100-pro-max"
            },
            {
                "category": "display",
                "label": "Display",
                "weight": 15,
                "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.",
                "scores": {
                    "huawei-nova-16-se": 100,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-k100-pro-max": 100
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "memory",
                "label": "Memory & storage",
                "weight": 12,
                "basis": "Highest advertised RAM and internal storage configuration.",
                "scores": {
                    "huawei-nova-16-se": 75,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-k100-pro-max": 100
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-redmi-k100-pro-max"
            },
            {
                "category": "value",
                "label": "Value for money",
                "weight": 10,
                "basis": "Combined spec score divided by current Pakistani retail price.",
                "scores": {
                    "huawei-nova-16-se": 100,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-k100-pro-max": 74.7
                },
                "leader": "huawei-nova-16-se"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "Huawei nova 16 SE costs PKR 62,000 less.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi K100 Pro Max packs a 570 mAh larger battery.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi K100 Pro Max charges 34W faster.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi K100 Pro Max offers 8 GB more RAM.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi K100 Pro Max ships with 512 GB more storage.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi K100 Pro Max has a 150 MP higher-resolution main sensor."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, Huawei nova 16 SE or Xiaomi Redmi K100 Pro Max?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Redmi K100 Pro Max comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 5.2 points. It wins on performance, camera, battery & charging and memory & storage. Huawei nova 16 SE can still be the better buy if your priorities sit elsewhere or if you find it at a lower street price."
        },
        {
            "question": "What is the price of Huawei nova 16 SE and Xiaomi Redmi K100 Pro Max in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "Huawei nova 16 SE is listed at PKR 127,999 and Xiaomi Redmi K100 Pro Max at PKR 189,999. That makes Huawei nova 16 SE cheaper by PKR 62,000. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which has the better camera, Huawei nova 16 SE or Xiaomi Redmi K100 Pro Max?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Redmi K100 Pro Max scores higher in our camera assessment. Huawei nova 16 SE uses a 50 MP main sensor against 200 MP on Xiaomi Redmi K100 Pro Max, though sensor size and processing matter more than resolution alone."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which phone has the better battery, Huawei nova 16 SE or Xiaomi Redmi K100 Pro Max?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on battery. Huawei nova 16 SE carries a 8500 mAh cell and Xiaomi Redmi K100 Pro Max a 9070 mAh cell, with 66W and 100W wired charging respectively."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which is better for gaming, Huawei nova 16 SE or Xiaomi Redmi K100 Pro Max?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Redmi K100 Pro Max is the stronger gaming phone here. Huawei nova 16 SE runs the Huawei Kirin 8020 (7nm) while Xiaomi Redmi K100 Pro Max runs the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3nm)."
        }
    ],
    "methodology": "Category scores are derived from published hardware specifications using one formula applied to every device. Categories without sufficient published data are excluded from the total rather than estimated. No paid placement, no editorial weighting.",
    "license": "Facts may be quoted with attribution to WhatMobilePK.com (https://whatmobilepk.com/)."
}